Sub Agent

Licensed sponsor Wolverhampton Posted 4 hours ago

At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.

You will be working in the Infrastructure OU based in Wolverhampton in where we are responsible for creating a vital 1.6‑mile link road between the M54 and M6, complete with upgraded junctions and three new bridges. This direct motorway connection will reduce congestion and strengthen regional connectivity.

Our Infrastructure team brings design, build and refurbishment excellence to complex civil engineering projects nationwide – combining technical expertise with a passion for creating lasting value for people and places.

We are currently looking for a Sub Agent who will be responsible for managing the construction of a section of works, overseeing activities throughout planning, programming, delivery and handover.

As the Sub Agent, you will

Manage, supervise, train and mentor the site team to enable them to perform their duties effectively.
Generate temporary works design briefs, carry out inspections, review designs and technical queries, and produce and validate red-line drawings.
Produce and maintain short-term lookahead programmes, monitor and report progress, identify and manage site clashes, and develop detailed work plans.
Ensure accurate site records are maintained, manage plant and material requirements, oversee subcontractor compliance, support payment application reviews, and identify opportunities to drive cost savings.
Ensure Health and Safety standards are upheld by communicating policies and procedures, planning works to minimise risk, producing and reviewing RAMS, and carrying out safety inspections.

We are looking for

Degree level qualification in a Civil Engineering allied subject or HND in Civil Engineering and vocational training in Engineering.
Working towards or in possession of Professional Industry Qualification (IEng, CEng etc.).
Relevant CSCS Card.
Formal training in Health & Safety and Environmental management (SMSTS).
Knowledge and understanding of construction contracts (through experience and formal training).
Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles and common construction methodologies.

What we offer

24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
Professional development
Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave)

Inclusion and Diversity

We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.

Flexible working

Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.

Reasonable adjustments

We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at recruitment@skanska.co.uk or call 0330 105 2000 – Option 5 & 1.

Closing date

We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.

If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.